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Motor vehicle incidents are among the leading causes of traumatic workplace injuries and fatalities in BC. The Safe Driving for Work Checklist has been developed to help employers and their workers take proactive steps to manage driving-related risks. This checklist serves as a practical guide to reinforce safe driving practices and is designed to be used before, during, and after each trip.
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In long-term care it is increasingly apparent that who is on shift is just as important as how many staff are on shift. Quality care is difficult to achieve when we do not routinely engage with one another in a positive, or civil, manner.
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An online, self-paced course empowering healthcare professionals, caregivers, and families with accessible and practical, person-centred dementia education. Anytime. Anywhere.
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Leading from the Inside Out
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Leading from the Inside Out provides a safe space for leaders in continuing care to share their challenges and learn self-care practices.
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The Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum is recognized as best-practice in violence prevention training for health care workers.
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Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR), Part 5: Chemical Agents and Biological Agents – Emergency Planning came into effect on February 3, 2025. Changes include additional requirements to minimize the risk, likelihood, and harm caused by an emergency involving hazardous substances.   Hazardous substances include biological, chemical or physical hazards that may reasonably […]
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WorkSafeBC has acknowledged an error in calculating the 2025 insurance premiums that are paid by our two member employer groups–those providing community health support services (classification unit 766006) and those in long-term care (classification unit 766011).
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WorkSafeBC’s healthcare and social services planned inspection initiative focuses on high-risk activities in the workplace that lead to serious injuries and time-loss claims.
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Do you want to inform the work we do? We have an opportunity for you. We’re looking to fill two spots on our Technical Advisory Committee: Committee members provide input, expertise and knowledge to strengthen the effectiveness of our programs and initiatives. If you are interested, send an application to board@safecarebc.ca by February 29. Please enclose the […]
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Notice of Annual General Meeting
February 8, 2024
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SafeCare BC's 2024 Annual General Meeting will take place on Friday, March 15, and will coincide with the second annual Leaders Health and Safety Forum. Michele Thomson, Acting Board Chair and Saleema Dhalla, CEO, will provide an update to members on SafeCare BC’s accomplishments and plans for the coming year. All SafeCare BC members are […]
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WorkSafeBC is releasing a discussion paper with proposed amendments to the Current Rehabilitation Services and Claims Manual that guide wage rate decisions related to short-term and long-term disability compensation. Recommended amendments include: These changes may affect your claims costs. Click here to view the proposed changes and offer feedback to WorkSafeBC – The deadline is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, […]
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Amendments to WorkSafeBC’s Part 3, Rights and Responsibilities, in the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) will be effective November 1, 2024. Some changes include: *WorkSafeBC defines long-term care and community health support services first aid requirements as a low hazard rating. While the related guidelines are not yet developed, find additional information on first […]
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WorkSafeBC is proposing an addition to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR), Part 3, Rights and Responsibilities, by adding a general risk management process for identifying and assessing known or reasonably foreseeable hazards and controlling risks. This section will focus on hazards not prescriptively described in the Act or Regulation. This section includes employer responsibilities […]
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If your organization is interested in WorkSafeBC’s Certificate of Recognition (COR) program, we have been working with AuditSoft and the BC Municipal Safety Association (BCMSA) on customized audit tools for continuing care. Apply now for an audit to become COR-certified. If you're not quite ready for COR - our Tailored Outreach Program (TOP) is the perfect stepping stone towards certification. […]
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Join the SafeCare BC Board
January 18, 2024
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Are you passionate about health and safety? Do you want to work more closely with SafeCare BC? Then you should consider joining our Board. In the lead-up to our 2024 Annual General Meeting, we’re taking nominations for three positions on the board. If you are interested in standing for the Board or wish to nominate […]
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Safety Den—our annual Dragons’ Den-inspired event—is back, and this year, we’re changing things up. We’re not just going to put your ideas on stage, we’re going to put them up on the big screen. How it works Safety Den is a celebration of innovation in healthcare, showcasing ideas from people like you who are passionate […]
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Reflecting on 2023
December 22, 2023
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As 2023 wraps up, we’d like to take some time to reflect on the past 12 months. It was a busy year for us. We developed new courses—like The Working Mind—launched new initiatives—such as 12 Months of Safety—and most importantly, we had some amazing opportunities to connect with you. We were fortunate to meet and […]
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Hearts and Hands Recap Video
November 16, 2023
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Relive the Hearts and Hands 2023 conference with this recap video. We had an amazing time celebrating with you, and we can’t wait to do it again next year.
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As the annual Hearts and Hands conference wraps up, there’s only one thing left to say: thank you. Whether or not you were part of the over 500 people who attended the conference in one of the three locations, we want to ensure the message in this video is shared with you. Working in healthcare […]
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